Sharing the Wonder of Puhi Peaks Station
Wilderness. Wildlife. Wonder.
Welcome to Puhi Peaks Station – 8,000 acres of New Zealand’s highest privately owned property, nestled deep in the awe-inspiring Puhi Puhi Valley, Kaikōura. A vast wilderness where conservation, adventure and tradition intersect.
Set within a QE2 covenanted conservation area and rising to 2,600m above sea level, this sub-alpine haven is home to endangered species, rare native flora and fauna, and extraordinary geology.
From scenic walking experiences and immersive educational tours to dark sky stays, off-grid accommodation, hunting adventures, and peaceful planning retreats – Puhi Peaks offers a truly unique chance to reconnect with nature in one of the country’s most breathtaking landscapes.
Whether you’re here to explore, unwind, or learn, every visit supports our commitment to biodiversity, regeneration, and the long-term protection of this remarkable place.
Come walk beneath Te Ao Whekere – into the World of the Gods.
One Iconic Landscape. Three Unique Perspectives.
To ensure every guest finds their perfect connection to this land, we operate under three specialised brands—each a different chapter of the same story.
Puhi Peaks | The Heart
The foundation of everything we do. This is our dedicated conservation mission: a whole-of-ecosystem approach to protecting all native flora and fauna. While we are a critical sanctuary for the endangered Hutton’s Shearwater (Kaikōura tītī), our work extends to every corner of our 2,000-acre QEII Covenant and beyond. From the restoration of rare alpine plants to providing a vital sanctuary for all native birdlife, our focus is on active, landscape-wide guardianship that ensures this unique environment thrives for generations to come.
Kaikōura Wilderness Experiences | The Journey
KWE is your invitation to step into the mountains. We offer immersive ways to “switch off” through guided walks, educational tours, and rustic, off-grid accommodation. It is a sanctuary for those who wish to reconnect with nature on a grand scale.
Puhi Peaks Hunting | The Harvest
A professional, down-to-earth hunting operation focused on the sustainable management of the station’s species. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned hunter, we offer expert-led experiences tailored to your ability. For many of our guests, the true reward isn’t just the harvest—it’s the chance to be immersed in the overwhelming scale and raw beauty of this landscape.
Kaikoura Wilderness Experience
Explore. Retreat. Recharge.
Experience the wild heart of Puhi Peaks Station through guided walking adventures, immersive educational day visits, and the opportunity to explore unique geological features and rare wildlife protected under a QEII Covenant.
- Guided walking experiences
- Educational day visits
- Conservation and biodiversity insights
Stays & Retreats
UNWIND. STAY.
Relax in off-the-grid, eco-friendly accommodation, enjoy breathtaking Dark Sky overnight stays, and host meetings or planning sessions surrounded by the stunning mountain landscapes of Puhi Peaks.
- Dark Sky overnight stays
- Off-the-grid accommodation
- Meetings and planning sessions
Puhi Peaks Hunting
Authentic New Zealand backcountry hunting.
Experience guided or unguided hunting adventures across Puhi Peaks Station. Pursue red deer, goats, pigs, and Arapawa sheep in the rugged backcountry, with exclusive access to the Mt Alexander block or the full station. Comfortable accommodation options are available to complete your authentic New Zealand hunting experience.
- Guided and unguided hunting packages
- Game available: Red deer, Arapawa sheep, goats, pigs
- Mt Alexander block or full station access
- Accommodation options for hunters
Puhi Peaks Biodiversity
Conservation in action.
Discover the important biodiversity initiatives at Puhi Peaks Station through engaging educational content and school visits. Learn about our strategies for protecting unique alpine ecosystems, our partnerships with leading researchers, and highlights of fascinating species such as Hutton’s shearwater, sub-alpine flora, and areas protected under the QEII covenant.
- Educational content and school visits
- Biodiversity strategy information
- Research partnerships
- Species & ecology highlights (e.g. Hutton’s shearwater, sub-alpine flora, QE2 covenant)
What Our Guests Say
Experiences shared by visitors who’ve walked, stayed, and connected with the magic of Puhi Peaks.
“This is a fascinating property which I would highly recommend for its diversity of encompassing the environment, predator trapping, magnificent scenery, and a selection of native trees and alpine plants. If you are interested in hunting, wildlife, walking or photography its all here.”
Sarah & James
“Our experience was enhanced by the professionalism and knowledge of our guides. We hiked through, Manuka/kanuka forest, beech forest and finally made it to the Ridgeline, which was well worth the considerable effort! We were lucky enough to have perfect weather , for the most spectacular views.”
Ann Stout
Many thanks for letting me stay in your wonderland – it is probably the best place in NZ to do what we have done, with such great hosts.”
P Tempest